Parks Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Blacks Lake Dam Blacks Lake Dam No 2
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Parks Lake Dam, located in Faulkner, Arkansas, is a privately owned structure that was completed in 1959 by the USDA NRCS.
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Summary
With a primary purpose of fire protection, stock, and small fish pond, the dam stands at a height of 15 feet and has a hydraulic height of 11 feet. It has a capacity of 83 acre-feet and a maximum discharge of 198 cubic feet per second.
Situated on the Little Cypress Creek, Parks Lake Dam serves as a recreational spot in addition to its primary functions. The dam is classified as an earth dam and has an uncontrolled spillway type. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam has been rated as in moderate risk with a risk assessment of 3. While it has not been inspected recently and its condition remains unrated, Parks Lake Dam continues to play a crucial role in water resource management and climate control in the region.
With its scenic location and multifaceted purpose, Parks Lake Dam serves as a testament to the importance of sustainable water resource management. While it may face moderate risk, the dam's role in fire protection, wildlife preservation, and recreational activities underscores the need for continued monitoring and maintenance to ensure its long-term functionality. As a key component of the ecosystem in Faulkner, Arkansas, Parks Lake Dam stands as a symbol of the delicate balance between human development and environmental conservation.
Year Completed |
1959 |
Dam Length |
300 |
Dam Height |
15 |
River Or Stream |
LITTLE CYPRESS CREEK-OS |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
11 |
Nid Storage |
83 |
Structural Height |
15 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
15 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
Parks Lake Dam